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Kru vs Calloway

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kru

Boy #1,877 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"member of the Kru seafaring people (West Africa)"

Origin: African

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,877
Total SSA Count
85
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kru Rank #1,877
Calloway Rank #1,851

Calloway is more popular, ranked #1851 vs #1877 for Kru.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kru or Calloway more popular?

Calloway is more popular, ranked #1851 compared to Kru at #1877 in the United States.

What do Kru and Calloway mean?

Kru means "member of the Kru seafaring people (West Africa)" (African origin). Calloway means "pebbly place, bald clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Kru and Calloway boy or girl names?

Kru is primarily a boy name. Calloway is primarily a boy name.

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